This session will cover Parts 35 and 46 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Attorney Michael Killham will cover R&D Contracting (Part 35) including the use of government property and use of Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC). He will also discuss Quality Assurance (Part 46) and cover contract clauses, materials inspection, contractor liability, and more.

Part 35 Scope

This part prescribes policies and procedures of special application to research and development (R&D) contracting.

Part 46 Scope
This part prescribes policies and procedures to ensure that supplies and services acquired under government contract conform to the contract’s quality and quantity requirements. Included are inspection, acceptance, warranty, and other measures associated with quality requirements.